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occasional

[uh-key-zhuh-nl] / əˈkeɪ ʒə nl /


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He’s a contractor/carpenter and has money in a high-interest savings account from occasional cash-paying jobs, but he’s never put together any retirement strategy, so he has no investments.

From MarketWatch • Apr. 16, 2026

Churchill led a national government that—despite occasional vicissitudes—enjoyed overwhelming support.

From The Wall Street Journal • Apr. 13, 2026

Fury had to be watchful at times as Makhmudov did land occasional overhand rights, but the Russian was largely one-dimensional as Fury took a wide decision with scorecards of 120-108, 120-108 and 119-109.

From BBC • Apr. 11, 2026

A small amount of advertising also helps pay for the occasional trip.

From Los Angeles Times • Apr. 5, 2026

Not only did they protect him, but he used them to run errands, serve as chauffeurs and occasional dinner companions, and be available to do whatever else he wanted at any hour.

From "Endgame" by Frank Brady




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